Ruben Amorim told Gyokeres transfer is OFF for three reasons as Man Utd turn to plans B and C -Reports

Ruben Amorim told Gyokeres transfer is OFF for three reasons as Man Utd turn to plans B and C -Reports

Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim, Sporting CP striker Victor Gyokeres and Benjamin Sesko of RB Leipzig.

According to a source, Ruben Amorim has been informed that Manchester United is unlikely to sign Viktor Gyokeres this summer for three reasons, forcing the manager to concentrate on two other options.

Amorim took over as manager of Manchester United from Erik ten Hag at the beginning of November, but like his predecessor, he has struggled to get a consistent performance out of his costlyly formed team.

Additionally, the Red Devils are still in the same 13th-place standing that he inherited after managing nine victories and eight losses in his 20 games as manager.

With just 28 goals, United’s primary issue is getting the ball into the net, even though shipping goals is still an issue.

That situation was further exacerbated by the departure of Marcus Rashford and their subsequent failure to add to an attack which now effectively leaves Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee as their main frontline options and with both players having a solitary strike between them through the calendar year so far.

As a result, a new striker is understood to figure very highly on their transfer wishlist this summer, and with Amorim reported to have favoured a deal to reunite with Gyokeres, who has a tempting exit clause in his contract.

However, according to The Athletic, there is a growing acceptance at Old Trafford that a deal for the free-scoring United is ‘improbable’ with three reasons effectively ending their prospects of signing the 26-year-old.

They state the main issue blocking United’s path is their likely failure to be able to offer Champions League football next season.

As it stands, United are currently 14 points adrift of Chelsea in fourth, making their prospects of overhauling either the Blues or the other sides in the mix unlikely.

While they could yet qualify for the UCL by winning the Europa League, the fact that they look a long way off being able to offer participation in the competition on a regular basis also counts against them.

As a result, it’s claimed Gyokeres would be targeted – and would be more keen to move to – what is branded ‘ more appealing projects’.

Liam Delap stance on Man Utd move; Sesko has options
Interest in Delap, who has been a sensation for Ipswich in his debut season at Portman Road, was first mentioned by Fabrizio Romano earlier this week. The trusted journalist suggested United now see the 22-year-old – who has struck nine times in 25 appearances for Kieran McKenna’s side – as a very viable option this summer.

While United are not alone in their interest in Delap – our sources have revealed Chelsea and Tottenham both have a strong interest in the striker – we do understand there is a strong prospect of a summer move for the Englishman

Liam Delap stance on Man Utd move; Sesko has options
Interest in Delap, who has been a sensation for Ipswich in his debut season at Portman Road, was first mentioned by Fabrizio Romano earlier this week. The trusted journalist suggested United now see the 22-year-old – who has struck nine times in 25 appearances for Kieran McKenna’s side – as a very viable option this summer.

While United are not alone in their interest in Delap – our sources have revealed Chelsea and Tottenham both have a strong interest in the striker – we do understand there is a strong prospect of a summer move for the Englishman

Delap himself was asked about the prospect of leaving Portman Road in the January window, though indicated his focus was on helping Town remain in the Premier League.

“I don’t really look at things like that. So, yes, I’m just focused on Ipswich,” Delap told Suffolk News.

“We are lucky to be playing in the Premier League. I think we’ve got a great opportunity here at Ipswich and we’re just trying to show our ability week in, week out, that’s a big plus for me.”

Despite that, a summer move – and even if Ipswich do retain their status – cannot be ruled out.

As another alternative, United are also back on the trail of RB Leipzig star Sesko, who club bosses believe has a similar profile to Delap and would be very well suited to Premier League football.

He signed a new deal with the Bundesliga club last summer, although there is an acceptance he could well move on in summer 2025.

The Slovenian has also been strongly linked with Arsenal – a team, it is claimed, the striker would prefer to join – though much depends on who Arsenal target themselves this summer as a new central striker.